Dr. Martín Polanco

Dr. Martín Polanco is a physician with over two decades of expertise in functional and psychedelic-assisted therapies, specializing in ibogaine and pioneering innovative protocols to address mental health and substance use disorders. A recognized leader, he founded The Mission Within in 2017, a clinical program that has served more than 1,200 veterans and their families, providing care for complex conditions such as PTSD, mild traumatic brain injury, substance use, and depression. Dr. Polanco has played a pivotal role in advancing ibogaine and psychedelic research, collaborating with institutions like UT Austin Dell Medical School. His work has been featured in major media outlets, including The New York Times, as he continues to advocate for innovative approaches and greater access.